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Details of three of Vermeer's most famous works
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Sublime Vermeer – Magical Light and Precious MomentsThe Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is putting on display 28 of Johannes Vermeer’s paintings from February 10th to June 4th, 2023. "Vermeer" is the simple and confident name given to this historical event, which has proven enough since advance ticket sales were over 200,000 before the opening. Because of the overwhelming demand, the Rijksmuseum has suspended…
The Larger-Than-Life Legacy of Master Muralist Diego Rivera
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The Larger-Than-Life Legacy of Master Muralist Diego Rivera“An artist is above all a human being, profoundly human to the core. If the artist can’t feel everything that humanity feels, if the artist isn’t capable of loving until he forgets himself and sacrifices himself if necessary, if he won’t put down his magic brush and head the fight against the oppressor, then he…
Marilyn Minter on Encompassing Human Desire, Sexual Politics, and Modern Feminism
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Marilyn Minter on Encompassing Human Desire, Sexual Politics, and Modern Feminism“I always knew I had something to say even when nobody else wanted to listen.” – Marilyn Minter Marilyn Minter is known for her hypnotizing hyperrealistic paintings and vividly-colored photographs, which often include imagery depicting human sexuality, feminine desire, and erotic impulses. Minter explores the contemporary philosophies of beauty and has established a personal brand…
The Genius of Joan Mitchell and Memories of Landscapes
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The Genius of Joan Mitchell and Memories of LandscapesThe first generation of Abstract Expressionism brought us masterpieces by Jackson Pollock, Willem de Kooning. Robert Motherwell, and Franz Kline. Through dynamic and energetic visuals, these American abstract artists emphasized spontaneity and departure from conventional techniques. With Abstract Expressionism dominating the New York art scene in the 1950s, a new generation of artists emerged –…
Edward Hopper's Symbolism of Urban Solitude and Social Distancing
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Edward Hopper’s Symbolism of Urban Solitude and Social DistancingThe term ‘life’ as used in art is something not to be held in contempt, for it applies to all of its existence, and the province of art is to react to it and not to shun it. - Edward Hopper  Edward Hopper was an American realist painter who died of natural causes on May…
In Contemplation of Lines and Scribbles – Cy Twombly’s Beautiful Writing
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In Contemplation of Lines and Scribbles – Cy Twombly’s Beautiful Writing“Graffiti is linear and it's done with a pencil, and it's like writing on walls. But in my paintings it's more lyrical.” -  Cy Twombly From August 2nd to October 30th, 2022, The J. Paul Getty Museum presents Cy Twombly: Making Past Present, an exhibition that explores the celebrated American artist’s creative journey, which was…